Witchcraft might now be associated with Halloween costumes and horror films - but for centuries, it was a matter of law.

In this episode, Sophie and Lydia explore the history of witchcraft laws, from the Pendle witches and brutal witch trials to how the law eventually changed - and why accusations of witchcraft can still have serious legal consequences today.

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This week, Sophie and Lydia take a darker turn as they explore some of Britain’s most notorious criminal cases. From Jack the Ripper and Fred & Rose West to the Moors Murders and Lucy Letby, they look at the investigations, evidence and legal processes behind these cases, and what they can teach us about the criminal justice system.

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Going to court without a solicitor or barrister can be daunting - but does that mean you have to face it completely alone?

In this episode, Sophie and Lydia are joined by Michaela Wade to explore the role of a McKenzie Friend and the support they can provide to people representing themselves in court. They discuss how McKenzie Friends differ from solicitors and barristers, what they can and cannot do, the costs involved and some of the misconceptions surrounding the role.

They also look at professional and informal McKenzie Friends, when a court might refuse one and why understanding the boundaries of the role is so important.

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